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Combo (Save 5%): Basilica Cistern Tickets + Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Guided tour group exploring Basilica Cistern in Istanbul with Medusa head column.

Basilica Cistern statue and columns, Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

Tourists enjoying views of Istanbul from a hop-on hop-off bus near the Bosphorus.

Tourists on Istanbul hop-on hop-off bus with Bosphorus Bridge in background.

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Score big savings on your Istanbul tour with this combo! Visit the Basilica Cistern and cruise the city's sites on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour.

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Alexa

Oct 2025

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5/5

I really loved visiting the Basilica Cistern — it’s one of the most magical places in Istanbul. The underground atmosphere, soft lights, and reflections on the water make it feel mysterious and peaceful at the same time. The Medusa heads are fascinating and definitely worth seeing up close. It’s also a great spot for beautiful photos and a nice break from the heat outside. I highly recommend visiting early in the morning to avoid crowds.

Oct 2025

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5/5

Great experience. Booking 'skip the line' ticket was easy and quick. No waiting in the queue - entry gained within five minutes. Really long queue to purchase at-the-door/entrance tickets, so this was awesome. What a structure and construction: The Basilica Cistern is a mind boggling construction of great ingenuity!! Really enjoyed getting the opportunity to view such an historical construction.

Savithri

Nov 2025

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5/5

Basilica Cistern was built in the 6th century. It provided water to the Topkapi palace etc. It was so beautiful and magnificent to see the number of cisterns built symmetrically in those days. Am in total awe of how innovative they were. (C$120 for 2). The cistern was used as a location in James bond movie - from Russia with love.

Descend into Basilica Cistern's ancient marvel holding 80,000 cubic meters of water and whispering tales of Roman engineering.

For 1500 years, 336 marble pillars and twin Medusa heads have guarded the Cistern, inviting tourists to unlock the mysteries of its underground oasis.

Zip between 11 key spots on a hop-on hop-off bus tour running every half hour, from the aromatic Spice Bazaar to Hagia Sophia's grandeur.

Let Istanbul's skyline unfold from an open-top deck as you listen to centuries of stories with an audio guide, turning sightseeing into time travel.

Fun fact: The Basilica Cistern has appeared in various films and books, including Dan Brown's "Inferno".

Basilica Cistern

Skip-the-line entry to the Basilica Cistern (Close to stop #1 Sultanahmet)

Audio guide in English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Iranian, Arabic & Turkish

Istanbul HOHO

1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Audio guide in English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Iranian, Arabic & Turkish

Free earphones

Istanbul HOHO

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Savithri
Nov 2025
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5/5
Basilica Cistern was built in the 6th century. It provided water to the Topkapi palace etc. It was so beautiful and magnificent to see the number of cisterns built symmetrically in those days. Am in total awe of how innovative they were. (C$120 for 2). The cistern was used as a location in James bond movie - from Russia with love.
Igor
Nov 2025
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4/5
The experience was amazing. We skipped a huge line for tickets by buying them online. It was raining, so we were very happy not to stand in the rain. The Basilica Cistern was incredible. It was crowded, but it was manageable to get a good photo.
Valeriu
Nov 2025
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5/5
Una meraviglia veramente una cosa spaventosa subterania creata a mano centinaia di anni fa che ancora mantene una città sopra di lei con acqua niente odori cattivi tenuta sui pali... E da vedere una cosa bellissima consigliò dovete vederla!!!
Kanat
Nov 2025
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5/5
The only thing I would comment is that when I try to find location of basilica Google maps point me to the exit of basilica. So it would be good to point correct location of enter to basilica in Google maps
Angela
Nov 2025
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Posibilidad de recorrer en poco tiempo una parte importante de Estambul . Sin embargo había un desfase entre el audio y las vistas y poca visibilidad por lo que no me enteraba mucho. Debía ser más barato

See Istanbul's engineering Marvel Basilica Cistern and hop between 11 prime Istanbul sights at your own pace, all with this super budget-friendly combo that'll save you some kaching!

Basilica Cistern

Step into the Basilica Cistern, a 6th-century Byzantine masterpiece hiding beneath Istanbul's bustling streets. Once providing water to the Great Palace of Constantinople, this underground marvel spans nearly 10,000 square meters, supported by 336 intricately designed marble columns. Its atmospheric lighting, tranquil water, and columns create an almost dreamlike ambiance. You can wander along raised wooden platforms, hearing the soft echo of water droplets while spotting fish swimming through the shallow reservoir. Adding to the intrigue are the two mysterious Medusa head pillars, inviting countless theories about their symbolism. The Basilica has even been featured in pop culture, from Dan Brown’s Inferno to James Bond’s From Russia With Love. The hauntingly beautiful blend of architecture, history, and mystery makes the Basilica Cistern an unforgettable stop for any traveler exploring Istanbul.

Istanbul HOHO

Discover Istanbul’s iconic European-Asian blend on this hop-on hop-off journey aboard a comfy double-decker bus. Board from any of the 11 stops and hop off wherever your heart takes you! At Sultanahmet, see the shimmering domes of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia catch your eye. In Eminönü, grilled fish aromas fill the air along the lively waterfront. Pass through Galataport’s sleek vibe, ending at Dolmabahçe Palace, where glittering chandeliers and lush gardens await.

Schedule

First Bus: 10am from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Last Bus: 4:45pm from Taksim Sqaure/Sultanahmet

Frequency: every 45 minutes

Popular stops: Taksim Square, Beylerbeyi Palace, Spice Bazaar & Dolmabahce Palace

Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Basilica Cistern

星期一	09:00 - 22:00	最后一条 18:30
星期二	09:00 - 22:00	最后一条 18:30
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星期日	09:00 - 22:00	最后一条 18:30

Additional information

Basilica Cistern

It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Specific details related to Basilica Cistern will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Istanbul HOHO

-The routes, stops and departure times may change temporarily under uncontrollable circumstances.

During peak hours, seating cannot be guaranteed on both decks.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket Redemption Points

Busforus 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Istanbul

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

Skip-the-Line Tickets to Basilica Cistern

Meet your Istanbul Welcome Card tour guide that has red flag in front of the Exit Gate of the Basilica Cistern.

Address: Alemdar, Yerebatan Cd. 1/3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point